1) School uniforms. 2) Remembrance Sunday. 3) Horse racing and show jumping. 4) Rugby. 5) High quality of theatre, film and TV.
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Why is the UK a multicultural socitey?
People from all over the world have brought their traditions with them, and they have been widely accepted. Examples include; the Notting Hill Carnival - originally from the Caribbean; and, spicy Indian food.
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What are the 5 main values of being British?
1) The rule of law. 2) Personal freedom. 3) Tolerance. 4) Equal opportunities. 5) Democracy.
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What are the different nations of the UK?
Northern Ireland - has its own assembly. Wales - joined 1943 and has its own assembly. Scotland - joined 1707 and has its own parliament. England - controlled by UK government.
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Why are there different regions of England?
They are divided into counties that act as areas of local government.
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What is an ethnic group?
A group of people who identify with one another through a shared cultural heritage based on their upbringing, country of origin, or religion.
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What percentage of the population of the UK belong to an ethnic minority group?
16%
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What are the main religious groups in England and Wales?
1) Christian - 71.6% 2) Muslim - 2.8% 3)Hindu - 1% 4) Sikh - 0.6% 5) Jewish - 0.5% 6) Buddhist - 0.3% 7) No religion - 15.1%
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Give 6 PUSH factors of migration.
1) Fear for their lives e.g. terrorism. 2) Discrimination. 3) No work. 4) Disease. 5) Lack of educational opportunities. 6) High cost of living.
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Give 6 PULL factors of migration.
1) Peaceful. 2) Good Human Rights. 3) Employment available. 4) High standard of living. 5) Members of family living there. 6) Good healthcare and education.
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What are 6 reasons why people seek asylum in the UK? (Part one)
1) A good record on human right. 2) English is a familiar language. 3) Other people from their ethnic group may already live there. 4) The UK is a wealthy country that can afford to support them.
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What are 6 reasons why people seek asylum in the UK? (Part two)
5) Between 1996 and 2007, many unskilled jobs were available. 6) People who live in the UK have a right to housing, education, and health care.
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Why does the UK have a wide cultural diversity?
1700s and 1800s lots of refugees came from Europe to the UK. The UK was colonising at this time, so people from all across India, Africa, the Caribbean, and Asia were given UK passports and the right to live there.
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Why does the UK have a wide cultural diversity? (2)
1900s many of the colonies gained independence. Workers from these countries were recruited to work in the UK after WW2. Lots of immigrants arrived between 1950 and 1990.
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Why does the UK have a wide cultural diversity? (3)
More people have been seeking asylum in the UK recently than ever before.
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Why does the UK have a wide cultural diversity? (4)
Free movement of workers within the EU means lots have settled in the UK.
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Why are people's sense of identity often complex?
It is affected by a mixture of; family traditions; school; friends; the media; British values; ethnic groups; and, our religion.
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What is community cohesion?
When people share a sense of belonging and community identity, alongside values and goals. They live together well and feel safe and free in their community.
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Give 3 examples of problems caused by a lack of community cohesion.
1) Vandalism by graffiti or litter. 2) Discrimination and racism. 3) Fear of leaving their house.
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Front
Why is the UK a multicultural socitey?
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People from all over the world have brought their traditions with them, and they have been widely accepted. Examples include; the Notting Hill Carnival - originally from the Caribbean; and, spicy Indian food.
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